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The Pensacola area is expecting strong storms to move in Sunday afternoon into the evening.

The area is under an "enhanced risk" for severe weather, which could include damaging winds, large hail and even tornadoes, said Steve Miller, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service Mobile. Residents can expect between a half-inch to an inch of rain, although the farther north may see more.

"At this point, winds and hail damage are the primaries but tornadoes can not be ruled out," Miller said.

The National Weather Service is predicting severe storms for the Pensacola area beginning Sunday afternoon. They could bring strong strong winds and large hail.(Photo: National Weather Service)

A wind advisory is already in effect this afternoon, lasting through 1 a.m. Monday. The region is seeing winds between 20 and 30 miles per hour with gusts up to 35 miles per hour.

Sunday's high is expected to be 81 degrees with a low of 65 Sunday night. Monday's temperature is expected to be similar, with a high of 81 degrees.

Miller said residents should stay tuned into weather updates today so they know what to expect when the storms move in.

"Just keep tuned in to your favorite news source. Keep track of what's happening so they won't sneak up on you," Miller said.